What was Luke's occupation?

What was Luke's occupation?

• A. Fisherman
• B. Carpenter
• C. Doctor
• D. Farmer

Answer: (C)

Luke is identified in the Bible as a physician, which is the best basis for his occupation. In Colossians 4:14, Paul refers to Luke as “the beloved physician,” giving a clear description of Luke’s trade. Luke is also known as the author of the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles and as a companion of Paul, but the specific occupation clue comes from that verse. So, the correct understanding is that Luke was a doctor/physician. The other trades aren’t supported by the biblical text about Luke and are more closely linked to other figures (for example, carpenters with Jesus, fishermen with some of the disciples).

Luke is identified in the Bible as a physician, which is the best basis for his occupation. In Colossians 4:14, Paul refers to Luke as “the beloved physician,” giving a clear description of Luke’s trade. Luke is also known as the author of the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles and as a companion of Paul, but the specific occupation clue comes from that verse.

So, the correct understanding is that Luke was a doctor/physician. The other trades aren’t supported by the biblical text about Luke and are more closely linked to other figures (for example, carpenters with Jesus, fishermen with some of the disciples).